Betting On A Boy // Hyunlix

Playboy

I like high school, contrary to popular opinion. No, I'm not some super genius, I'm not involved in extracurricular activities, but I love attention. I seem to get a lot of it these days and secretly can't get enough. Either it's girls talking about my looks, guys telling their friends they're jealous, or they just want to fuck.

And do I?

Yes, I do.

"Can we talk about something?" Keeho asked me.

Here we go.

It's the same conversation every single time I hook up with someone a little too much.

The feelings.

"Sure." I turned to him, rubbing down the side of his waist.

It would be wise to keep his mouth shut because he's about to ruin everything. He was a good fuck too.

"I can't do this anymore."

His choice of words didn't scare me. I've heard every combination there is when it comes to confessing. This is one of those I can't do this anymore because I don't want to be toyed with by someone I have feelings for situations.

"Why? What's wrong?" I faked my concern, caressing his cheek.

"I just," he sighed, pausing to think, "I just didn't think I'd develop feelings for you like this and I wouldn't want to keep hooking up if that's all it's going to be. Either I'd want something more or it's just going to hurt too much."

I nodded, trying to seem supportive. "It's okay, I understand. I think you're really amazing, but I'm not ready for any type of commitment. I'm sorry."

I'm always nice about it because everyone likes Hyunjin. I've purposely made sure to never do anything that could slander my character. Do I hook up with more people than I should? Probably. But again, I love the attention. Plus, who wouldn't want to indulge in something they're good at? It's a rewarding feeling every time.

"Okay." He mumbled, seeming disappointed. "I'm just gonna go then if that's okay."

"Yeah, yeah, sure." Thank god he wasn't one of those who fought about this. I've been accused of playing with emotions and being manipulative - all that good stuff. But the second I start a new relationship with someone, I tell them it's strictly sex. So really, they just did it to themselves. "I'll walk you out." We both got dressed in silence, then I led him to the front door of my house. "I'll see you around, Keeho."

"Bye." He waved, purposely looking away from me.

Once I closed the door, I groaned loudly.

"Mom, Dad, I'm going over to Minho's!" I shouted and left before they could answer.

Lee Minho. We've been best friends since we were little. I'd describe us as polar opposites, but he has his moments. He's the guy that gets straight A's, reserved but loves trouble. If there's anyone who knows how to play the charm card to get out of a situation, it would be him.

"I thought you were with Keeho." Minho didn't even need to turn around from his desk to know it was me. He's an only child and his parents wouldn't dare step foot in his room without knocking first.

"I was until he told me he has feelings." I sighed, dropping backward on his bed.

"Gross." He cringed.

One of the many things I appreciate about Minho is that he's never judged me. He's never hit me with the don't you think this is a little much conversation, he's never told me I was wrong. He's always supported me in serious and not-so-serious times. That's why he's my best friend.

"I just told him I wasn't ready for a committed relationship."

Truthfully, I can't stand it when people say that. Of course, I've never been told that because I've never been rejected. But when I say it, I mean it a bit differently. I'm fully capable of commitment, but why would I want to commit to someone I don't have feelings for? It's just an easier way of saying I don't like you. Now if the right person comes along, I'm all in.

"So then I guess it's onto the next?" He turned to me with a smirk on his face.

"What's the look for?" I smiled, becoming uneasy. I knew mischief was on its way with a look like that.

"I don't know." He shrugged, then turned back to his homework. "Try to find a girlfriend or a boyfriend again. I think it would be funny."

"Why funny?"

"Because you suck at relationships. You can't even keep one for a month."

I've dated about three people in my lifetime and all those relationships ended for different reasons.

Chan was the first. But he left for college so I said bye-bye.

Wooyoung was next, but his best friend freaked me out so I told him that I couldn't deal with his personal bodyguard. We're still friends though. He's the only one I've ever considered keeping around.

Then there was Lia. That one ended badly but neither of us was to blame. She was my sister's best friend. Was. I still check up on her sometimes, but she never answers. I don't blame her, I'm sure the memory stings. Not me, but Yeji. It's a little hurtful only because I'd like to have that familiarity as well, but I know she doesn't see it that way. I miss my sister too.

"So what do you propose?"

"Let's make a bet: who can get in a relationship first, you or me."

"What's the point of making that type of bet when it's not fair?" I smiled, knowing I could be with someone in three days' time.

"Fine, I'll change it. Tomorrow at school...I pick for you, you pick for me. We have to get into a relationship with those people within 30 days."

I smiled widely, liking the sound of the chaotic plan. I'm definitely up for a challenge here and there.

"And it could be anyone?"

"Anyone."

I went home that night, searching through Instagram to find a pretty face for my best friend. He's not very vocal about his feelings in terms of other people. To be honest, I'm not sure if he's ever had a crush on anyone before. He says he has but he keeps it to himself. That's always been the dynamic of our friendship. I talk too much and overshare while he just quietly listens.

"This guy." I smiled.

What a dorky-looking kid. He strikes me as one of those who likes to act all tough but will cry the second you ask him a question.

Han Jisung.

I got in bed and didn't fall asleep until 4 am. I couldn't help but overthink this bet I'm now a part of. Who will Minho pick for me? Will it be a girl? A guy? Will they be ugly? What if they're not into me? No, that doesn't happen. Overall, I was excited for tomorrow.